Chimney Services in Burford, Oxfordshire

The mortar between your bricks or stones is what keeps everything stable, but after years of Oxfordshire frosts, it can start to crumble. This is what we call 'pointing', and when it fails, water ingress is almost guaranteed. We'll rake out that old, dusty mortar and replace it with high-quality materials that actually match your home's character. Then there's the 'flaunching'—that's the sloped mortar at the very top that holds your chimney pots in place. If that's cracked, rain sits on top and eventually seeps down into the house. We'll strip back the old, cracked benching and lay a fresh, smooth layer that sheds water exactly like it should. It's a simple fix that prevents much bigger, more expensive structural repairs down the road.

If you've got water coming in where the chimney meets the roof, the culprit is usually the lead flashing. This is the waterproof seal that bridges the gap between your tiles or slates and the chimney stack. In older Burford properties, this lead can often perish or pull away from the wall. We specialise in traditional leadwork, including step flashing and soakers, ensuring a tight, flexible seal that moves with your house. We don't believe in quick fixes like messy silicone or tape that only lasts a season. We do things the right way, using proper lead that's dressed and tucked into the masonry, so you won't have to worry about the next big storm. It's all about making sure your home stays dry and your chimney stays protected.

Not every house needs an active chimney anymore, especially if you've switched to central heating or a different setup. An unused chimney stack that isn't maintained can actually become a liability, potentially dropping debris or causing damp issues because of a lack of airflow. If you've got a redundant stack, we can help with safe chimney capping. This involves sealing the top while leaving a small vent to prevent moisture from building up inside. If the stack is beyond repair or you're planning a renovation, we also offer professional chimney stack removal. We'll carefully dismantle it, patch up the roof to match the rest of your tiles, and make sure everything is structurally sound. It's often the best way to reclaim some peace of mind if a chimney is no longer serving a purpose.

Why choose NTL Roofing? Well, we're a friendly, local team that understands the specific needs of properties in the Burford area. Whether you're in the busy High Street or out towards Wroughton or Old Town, we're only a phone call away. We're fully insured and every bit of work we do is backed by an insurance-backed guarantee, so you're never left in the lurch. We've built our reputation over a decade by being transparent with our pricing—no hidden extras and no pushy sales talk. We'll simply tell you what needs doing to keep your home safe and give you a fair price to get it done. We even use drone surveys for those hard-to-reach spots, meaning we can show you exactly what's happening up there without you having to climb a ladder yourself.